England was once republic and a bitter Civil War was fought against the King for greater democracy. The leaders of this were the Levellers, our direct ancestors in the long battle to civilise and democratise the country. Find out more from leading experts about the foundation of our ideas today in a document called The Agreement of the People and many other great works and acts.

Author of the most recent interpretation of the role of the Levellers, Dr John Rees, will lead an insightful discussion.